Will Sutherland, MBA
About Will Sutherland, MBA
Will Sutherland, MBA, is the Assistant Vice President of Clinic Operations at Scripps Health in San Diego, California. He has held various leadership roles in healthcare operations and is passionate about improving patient experiences and reducing administrative burdens for clinicians.
Assistant Vice President Of Clinic Operations at Scripps Health
Will Sutherland serves as the Assistant Vice President of Clinic Operations at Scripps Health in San Diego, California. In this role, he focuses on delivering optimal patient experiences while maintaining top-quality care. His work involves overseeing the performance of various clinics and ensuring that healthcare services meet high standards. He is also responsible for enhancing operational efficiencies and supporting front-line clinicians by minimizing administrative burdens.
Previous Role as Chief Operating Officer at Vista Community Clinic
In 2020, Will Sutherland held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Vista Community Clinic for five months in Vista, California. During this period, he played a significant role in the clinic's operational management and contributed to the development and implementation of strategies aimed at improving healthcare delivery and patient satisfaction.
Senior Director of Operations at UC San Diego Health
From 2017 to 2020, Will Sutherland worked as the Senior Director of Operations for the UC San Diego Health Physician Group. In this capacity, he led the expansion of UC San Diego Health’s Primary Care and Ancillary clinics across Southern California. He was also responsible for the performance of a large Accountable Care Organization (ACO) and Medicare Advantage plan. His efforts helped in advancing the healthcare services offered by the institution.
Enterprise Director of Operations at Renown Health
Will Sutherland held the position of Enterprise Director of Operations at Renown Health from 2009 to 2017. During his time there, he managed various aspects of operations, focusing on the delivery of high-quality patient care. His leadership contributed to the development of efficient healthcare delivery systems and the implementation of best practices in operations management.
Educational Background and Expertise
Will Sutherland holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Nevada, Reno, which he attained from 2011 to 2013, after completing his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the same institution from 2004 to 2010. He also studied Healthcare Leadership at Scripps Leadership Academy from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he completed a Leader-in-Training Program at the Renown Leadership Development University in 2010. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in business, entrepreneurship, and healthcare leadership.